Watch: Rugby Ref Nigel Owens Stars In Hilarious New Airline Advert

Not content with blowing his whistle on the field, international rugby referee Nigel Owens is also putting his whistle to good effect in the advertising world.

In this funny Emirates airlines ad, the 46-year-old, who has officiated in more than 80 Tests, at three World Cups and over 350 professional games in his 17-year career, disturbs a couple in the middle of an emotional farewell with the shrill of his whistle.

Reading the riot act to the suprised couple, he says:

“That’s a clear case of not releasing. It’s been happening all day”.

Before giving the perplexed woman her marching orders.

“Off you go, please”.

An official sponsor of international referees, Emirates also sponsor two events on the World Sevens circuit.